What are the requirements to log an ILS approach in VMC conditions for instrument currency?

The flight must remain on an IFR flight plan throughout the approach and landing.

The ILS approach can be credited only if you use a view-limiting device and log the name of the safety pilot.✓ Correct Answer

The ILS approach can be credited regardless of actual weather if you are issued an IFR clearance.

Explanation

Approaches for instrument currency under 14 CFR 61.57(c) must be flown in actual or simulated instrument conditions. In VMC that means simulated conditions with a view-limiting device and a safety pilot (91.109(c)), and 61.51(g)(3) requires the logbook to show the type and location of each approach and the name of the safety pilot. Being on an IFR flight plan or holding an IFR clearance does not by itself create instrument conditions.

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